Silk Gingham Shantung 604

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$56.99 / Yard

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Use & Care

Silk Gingham Shantung is a sturdy, wrinkle-resistant, medium weight fabric with a unique textured surface and a beautiful sheen. It is often used in evening wear, but can also be used for suits and high end sportswear and home decor. Shantung is also known as "raw silk" or "spun wild silk"; it is similar to Dupioni silk, but Shantung a lighter weight and is made from woven raw silk fibers that give it a slightly striated texture. Shantung creates a beautiful effect for volume - it lends itself wonderfully to shirring, tucks and pleats.

Shantung is wrinkle resistant, but since it is a natural fiber this means it also does not hold a sharp crease well

Great for tailored and structured garments

Texture can feel rough on the skin, so it’s best to line garments made in this fabric.

Even when fully lining the garment, finish seam allowances to prevent fraying

The fabric is somewhat stiff in its original state – you can wash on gentle cycle with cold water and hang straight to dry for softer drape. We recommend you test a small piece of yardage first, though.

Shantung is very versatile. Depending on the garment, some of the finishes you can use are: French seams, overlock (serger), binding, rolled hem, hand-stitched or top-stitched hem.

Care:Dry clean only

100% Grade A Silk44 Inches Wide5 Yards Minimum

The gingham silk is ideal for use in many types of apparel including shirts, blouses, dresses, couture, pajamas, robes, skirts.